2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Kia Amanti

To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Amanti.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2007 Kia Amanti
Make Audi Kia
Model A8 Amanti
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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